"The game is shaping up to set itself apart from Pure and Pulse with its graphics, although to say that they are "next-gen" would be a little bit of an over statement. They don't look as if a team of developers has vomited blinding HDR lighting and other next-gen visual effects all over the place before sitting back to admire their handiwork. However, this doesn't necessarily harm Wipeout HD, which is looking stunning enough with the much crisper HD visuals and the enhanced environments that the PS3 can offer. At one point, we circled a loop-the-loop that let-off small bolts of electricity to stick us on the track - it looked damn cool."

They're fine. I actually prefer an always connected experience.
I'd really prefer an offline way to play, but its not a bother.
I don't really like them, and am more reluctant to buy a game because of it.
I won't buy them. I want my games offline.